Recent research, contextualized by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's relationship, shows that societal norms and personal anxieties significantly influence attitudes toward interracial relationships. The studies found that events like weddings or births can positively affect perceptions, while negative contexts like...
A recent study provides initial evidence that mindfulness meditation could reduce problematic pornography use among young adults. This intriguing finding opens a new avenue for addressing a growing concern in the digital age. The study was published in the journal...
A study reveals gender differences in discrimination and stereotypes among singles. It identifies four archetypes, highlighting both shared and unique experiences for single men and women.
A new study shows individuals with ADHD are more sexually adventurous but less satisfied in relationships, with women particularly affected.
New research sheds light on the role humor plays in maintaining and strengthening romantic relationships. The findings, which appear in the journal Psychological Science, indicate that humor is not just a pleasant addition to a relationship; it's a powerful tool...
According to a new study published in Evolutionary Psychology, romantic jealousy predicts a positive attitude toward cosmetic surgery, willingness to use tanning and diet pills, and greater financial investment in appearance, indicating jealousy’s unique role in women's efforts to enhance...
A study in Social Science Quarterly found that attractiveness in adolescence boosts social mobility, particularly for men, impacting their education, occupation, and income more than for women. This overlooked factor shows significant influence on future success.
A recent study reveals that experiencing singlehood in young adulthood can positively impact life satisfaction and earnings post-breakup. The research, based on 36 years of data, highlights how singlehood fosters resilience and financial stability.
A Finnish study found that BDSM practitioners experience slightly higher sexual distress but marginally better sexual functioning compared to non-practitioners, with these associations being weak and observable due to the study's large sample size. The study emphasizes the nuanced impact...
New research suggests that religious individuals in the U.S. employ more mate retention behaviors, varying these strategies based on their perceptions of their partner's religiosity. The study highlights how these behaviors are used differently by men and women to maintain...
New research published in the Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin suggests that humor in a romantic partner is valued as an indicator of creative problem-solving skills. This perception is consistent across different relationship types and among both men and women.
New research published in the International Journal of Sexual Health reveals critical factors influencing sexual satisfaction among both single and partnered adults. The study highlights the importance of contentment with one's sexual activity and relationship status as major determinants of...
A study on Serbian university students found that males prefer avatars with pronounced masculine or feminine features, while females opt for avatars with elongated, slender bodies. The research, indicating differing aesthetic preferences by gender, was published in the Archives of...
A study finds that a mobile CBT application helps couples reduce Relationship Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder symptoms and maintain relationship satisfaction. This highlights technology's potential in addressing mental health and relationship well-being.
New research indicates that women's preferences for male risk-takers are influenced by their own health and their society's well-being. This attraction varies with relationship context but is unaffected by economic factors or COVID-19 risks.